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Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) have announced grants totaling over $4 million to 185 nonprofit arts organizations in Chicago. These grants are part of the City of Chicago’s 2024 CityArts Program, which aims to support local arts organizations across various disciplines.
The CityArts Program provides general operating support to arts service organizations, education groups, museums, heritage centers, and entities that present or produce performing, visual, or media arts. Grant amounts range from $10,000 to $50,000 per organization based on their average annual revenue.
“Chicago’s diverse arts and culture community is one of the reasons that we’re the greatest freakin’ city in the world,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. “Investing in our creative economy is essential to our city’s growth and success.”
DCASE Commissioner Clinée Hedspeth emphasized the importance of these grants: “The annual CityArts Grant program is a core example of DCASE’s mission in action. Our arts organizations transform the landscape of Chicago through their artistry and invention, and receiving direct governmental support is a crucial part of their sustainability.”
This year’s distribution aims for equity with 48% of grantees located on the South and West sides compared to 35% in 2021. Recipients include Kehrein Center for the Arts in Austin; Prison + Neighborhood Arts/Education Project; International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago; American Indian Center; and first-time recipient Hearing in Color.
Ginger Leopoldo, founder of CIRCA-Pintig, expressed gratitude: “The support of the DCASE CityArts grant is truly transformative for our organization. This generous contribution enables us to expand our reach and deepen our impact in ways we've only dreamed of before.”
For more information about grantees and upcoming opportunities, visit ChicagoCulturalGrants.org.
The CityArts Program receives partial funding from the American Rescue Plan Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. These funds help stabilize essential functions and services provided by these organizations.
DCASE remains committed to strengthening Chicago's arts sector by connecting artists with resources and funding opportunities aimed at enriching communities throughout the city.
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